Interfacility Transport EMT

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as an Interfacility Transport EMT you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

We are staffing a NEW Interfacility Transport team to transport patients between our 4 Free Standing Emergency Departments and our 2 facilities, Trident Hospital and Summerville Hospital. We are growing our fleet with NEW state-of-the-art ambulances. 

We have multiple EMT and Paramedic positions available, both night and day shift available. Full time and PRN shifts. The expectation will be to work rotating weekends also.

Benefits

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as an Interfacility Transport EMT where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

• The Interfacility Transport EMT will operate on the EMS Transport Services’ Team. The primary duty of the Interfacility Transport EMT will be to assist the Paramedic in rendering safe and effective treatment and transport of patients on the Interfacility Transport Services’ ambulance. The Interfacility Transport EMT will respond to Interfacility Transport Call-Center requests, coordinate with other healthcare providers, and facilitate transport appropriately. 
• As needed, the Interfacility Transport EMT will function within the free-standing Emergency Departments and the main Emergency Department. While working in the Emergency Department, the Interfacility Transport EMT will provide quality care to patients under the direction of a Paramedic or RN, in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of hospital. 
• The Interfacility Transport EMT will perform all duties identified in their job description, approved Medical Protocols, and departmental policy. Skills will be validated by competency assessments under the License of the Interfacility Transport Medical Director.
• The Interfacility Transport EMT will report to the Chief of Interfacility Transport Operations. They will serve as a member of the Healthcare team through active communication; documentation; feedback and assistance as needed or requested. The Interfacility Transport EMT will attend meetings, education opportunities, and in-services as required by departmental policy, and contribute to the growth and development of their self and the Interfacility Transport Services’ Team. 
• The Interfacility Transport EMT will maintain good working relationships with patients, visitors, physicians, co-workers, and other hospital staff. 

What you will do in this role:

• Operate emergency medical vehicle and responds to calls for aid in emergent situations.
• Evaluate patient condition to establish the right course of treatment.
• Provide a variety of emergency medical treatment to injured, sick, or incapacitated persons.
• Perform invasive procedures under adverse conditions.
• Manage non-medical situations such as crowd control and protecting the valuables of a patient if necessary.
• Lift and transport patients, ensuring patients remain stable during transport.
• Communicate patient data and condition to professional medical personnel at emergency treatment facility.

What qualifications you will need:

Associates Degree in Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic or a Certificate of program completion in Emergency Medical Services (EMT/Paramedic) is required. 

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: 

1.  South Carolina Driver’s license – Must be active and in good standing 
2.  South Carolina EMT license required.
3.  BLS-American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS provider issued card required 
   
4.  FEMA-100, 200, 700, 800 preferred 
5. EVOC must be obtained within 60 days of employment

Trident Health is a 445-bed HCA Healthcare hospital system comprised of two acute care hospitals, Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center and three freestanding emergency departments, Brighton Park Emergency, Moncks Corner Medical Center and Centre Pointe Emergency.

We provide care to nearly 375,000 South Carolina Low country residents each year. Every day Trident Health's more than 2,600 employees, more than 500 physicians and more than 130 volunteers are dedicated to fulfilling our mission.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Interfacility Transport EMT opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.